Monday, November 13, 2023

Nouwen Meditation: Being a Peacemaker

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DAILY MEDITATION | NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Being a Peacemaker

This morning Jonas and I read in the Gospel Jesus’ words: “If you are bringing your gift to the altar, and there you remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift in front of the altar; go at once and make peace with your brother, and then come back and offer your gift” (Matthew 5:23–24). . . . As I think about Jesus’ words, I know that I must let go of all divisive emotions and thoughts so that I can truly experience peace with all of God’s people. This means an unrestrained willingness to forgive and let go of old fears, bitterness, resentment, anger, and lust, and thus find reconciliation.



In this way I can be a real peacemaker. My inner peace can be a source of peace for all I meet. I can then offer gifts on the altar of God as a testimony to this peace with my brothers and sisters.

Henri J. M. Nouwen
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Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.


MATTHEW 5:9 (NIV)

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Text excerpts taken from "You are the Beloved"

by Henri J.M. Nouwen

© 2017 by The Henri Nouwen Legacy Trust.

Published by Convergent Books.

Photo from shutterstock.com.

Scripture reading contributed by L. Yeskoo.


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